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North Star M165957K owner manual Table of Contents, Installation / Initial Set-Up, Operation

Models: M165957K

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Hazard Signal Word Definitions		2
About Your Generator		4
Specifications		6
Safety Label Locations		7
Machine Component Identification		8
Power Load Planning & Management		10
Installation / Initial Set-Up:
1.	Unpacking & Delivery Inspection	12
2.	Planning the Power Load	12
3. Set-up as a PORTABLE or BUILDING BACK-UP Power Source		13
4.	Selecting a Suitable Site	16
5.	Grounding the Generator	18
6.	Battery Installation	19
Operation:
1.	General Safety Rules for Operation	20
2.	Preparing for Operation	23
3.	Starting the Engine	26
4.	Checking Generator Output	27
5.	Connecting Loads	28
6.	Stopping the Engine	28
7.	Storage & Exercise	29
Maintenance & Repair		31
Troubleshooting		33
Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation		34
Generator Exploded View		38
Wiring Diagram		40
Generator Head Exploded View		41

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Contents

6600 Watt Continuous 8000 Watt Surge Capacity Instructions for Installation/Set-up, Operation, Servicing, & StorageAny Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders STOPHazard Signal Word Definitions Table of Contents Installation / Initial Set-UpOperation Thank you for purchasing your NorthStar portable generator About Your GeneratorAbout Your Generator Read this Manualequipment to others Warranty RegistrationAbout Your Generator cont’d All Rental Companies and Private Owners who loan thisSpecifications - Item #165957K SPECIFICATIONSPart numbers Safety Label Locations - Item #165957KTo order replacement safety labels, call NorthStar Product Support at On-Product Warning LabelsMachine Component Identification - Item #165957K DescriptionDescription Machine Component Identification - Item #165957K REFERENCE GUIDEExample conversion to watts Power Load Planning & ManagementGreater of Power Load Planning & Management cont’dDevice to be Powered Example3. Setting up generator for the type of power generation you need Installation / Initial Set-Up2. Planning the Power Load Steps for Installation / Initial Set-UpInstallation / Initial Set-Up 3. Set-up either as a BUILDING BACK-UP or PORTABLE Power SourceUsing as a Back-up Power Source for a Building DANGERSource Using as aWhen using the generator as a portable power source, you can plug Portable PowerUse of damaged electric cords can cause electric shock or fire Current/PowerMaximum Extension Cord Length Installation / Initial Set-UpOutdoors only 4. Select a Suitable SiteDry, level surface The generator should be positioned on a dry, firm, level surfacecombustible materials to catch on fire Hot exhaustThe exhaust gas from your generator is extremely hot and can cause clearanceInstallation / Initial Set-Up 5. Grounding the generatorConnecting the 6. Battery InstallationGeneral Battery Safety RulesOperation 1. General safety rules for operationOperation Procedures 1. General Safety Rules for Operation 5. Connecting Electrical Loads Portable Power Generation 6. StoppingOperation cont’d Static electricity and filling the gasoline tank Operation cont’dfrom persons carrying a static electric charge 2. Preparing for Operation in “Installation & Initial Set-up, Step 5 Grounding the Generator” ofPerform scheduled maintenance as needed Check/add oil Check the oil level using the dipstick and add oil as neededb Fill gasoline tank OUTDOORS - never indoors Operation cont’dOperation cont’d Inspect Fuel System / Check for Leaks Personal Protection3. Starting the Engine To start the engineOperation cont’d 4. Checking Generator Output Slight variation in voltage/speed with changing electrical loadsOperation cont’d 6. Stopping 5. Connecting LoadsUsing as a Portable Power Source Stop the engine using the following steps7. Storage & Exercise When you are finished using the generator, you mustExercise generator every 4 weeks Perform regular maintenance Store the generator in a location that is o Clean and dryOperation cont’d Prepare engine for long term storage if neededInspect fuel system / check for leaks Maintenance & RepairMaintenance & Repair Follow safety rules Perform engine maintenance Check receptaclesKeep generator clean Recharge and maintain battery if electric start Maintenance & Repair cont’dproblems, or parts orders Check GFCI if equipped Clean & inspect spark arrestor if equippedPossible Causes TROUBLESHOOTINGTroubleshooting ProblemGeneral Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationSafety - Installation & Set-up Battery SafetyKnow how to operate Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’dSafety - Before Use Installation / Initial Set-up SafetySafety - During Use Gasoline SafetySummary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’d Safety - After use Safety - Inspection/MaintenanceSummary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’d Generator Exploded View Rev - K 38759 Ref #Generator Exploded View Rev - K DescriptionWiring Diagram Rev - K Diag #Description Generator Head Exploded View Rev - K Item #Description

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